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Ministry of New and Renewable Energy
Ministry of New and Renewable Energy implements Suryamitra Skill Development Programme to boost Green Jobs in the country
Ministry of New and Renewable Energy is implementing Suryamitra Skill Development Programme through National Institute of Solar Energy, Gurugram since Financial Year 2015-16 to train youth of age above 18 years as solar PV technicians for installation, operation and maintenance of solar power projects. Up to June 2022, a total of 51331 number of candidates have benefited from the skill development training provided under Suryamitra programme, out of which 26967 number of candidates gained employment.
The third-party evaluation report of the Human Resource Development Programme submitted in May 2021 has rated the Suryamitra programme with high-level impact in terms of indicators such as scale/spread of operation, fulfilment of skill gap, work readiness of trainees and employability percentage.
Further, the Impact Assessment Report for Suryamitra training programme prepared by Skill Council of Green Jobs in December 2020 reported that more than 90% of the trainees have reported improvement in technical knowhow, improved performance in the sector and 88% trainees reported increase in job opportunities.
This information was given by Shri Bhagwanth Khuba, Minister of State for New and Renewable Energy in a written reply in Rajya Sabha today.
Ministry of Defence
Indian Army Conducts First Ever Hackathon at Military College of Telecommunication Engineering, Mhow
In a bid to promote proficiency and expertise in the use of emerging technologies, and showcase the technological side of the Indian Army, a first-of-its-kind Hackathon was conducted at the Military College of Telecommunication Engineering , Mhow under the overall guidance of the Shimla based Army Training Command .
The event, “Sainya Ranakshetram”, was conducted from 01 Oct 2021 to 31 Dec 2021 in collaboration with the Rashtriya Raksha University, in which over 15000 participants took part. The event was conducted virtually over the Internet and comprised a number of challenges based on Secure Coding, Software Defined Radio exploitation and Cyber Offensive skills. The highlights of the event included participants competing with each other in cyber space against simulated threats. The event also hosted a number of training sessions and expert talks for the participants. Cyber enthusiasts from across the country took part in the event, with substantial response from rural and remote areas.
Chief of the Army Staff General MM Naravane felicitated the winners of the Hackathon during an online ceremony held today. While acknowledging that cyber threats from a host of actors were one of the most critical challenges faced by the Nation today, the COAS said the Indian Army was alive to the threat and had taken a number of steps to consolidate its capabilities in the cyber domain. He lauded the efforts made by the organisers and the participants for their motivation, zeal and spirit towards each activity during the Hackathon. He also wished them the best for their future endeavours, adding that this maiden effort would grow and evolve over time to encourage innovation and creativity in young minds.
Vice President's Secretariat
Vice President calls upon parents and educators to impart a value-based education to children
School curricula should focus on Indian art and culture: VP
Vice President pays tributes to late Shri S.P. Balasubrahmanyam on the first death anniversary of the legendary singer
(The Vice President, Shri M. Venkaiah Naidu, today called upon parents and educators to impart value based education with focus on Indian culture, tradition and ethos. He stressed that such a value-based and holistic education for the overall development of the child.
Speaking at an event commemorating the first death anniversary of the legendary singer, late Shri S.P. Balasubrahmanyam, Shri Naidu suggested that the school curricula should lay greater emphasis on Indian art and culture and provide a comprehensive view of our heritage. He said that music provides solace to our mind and children should be encouraged to learn music.
On this occasion, the Vice President paid rich tributes to the late singer. Recalling the life of the versatile singer, Shri Naidu said in the five decades of his musical journey, Shri S.P. Balasubrahmanyam left an indelible mark on the musical world. He also recalled his close association with the late singer and their common love for Telugu language.
Popular artists from the film industry, lyricist Shri Sirivennela Sitaramasastri, singer Shri Kailash Kher, film actor Shri Tanikella Bharani, members from various Telugu associations and others participated in the virtual event.
Ministry of Finance
Finance Minister delivers keynote address at the inauguration of the Sri Lanka Economic Summit 2020
Union Minister for Finance & Corporate Affairs, Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman delivered a Keynote Address at the inauguration of the 20th Edition of Sri Lanka Economic Summit  2020 in virtual format, today. SLES annually organized by the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce  is the premier forum in Sri Lanka for discussion on economic and business issues. The theme for this year’s event is “Roadmap for Take-off: Driving a People –Centric Economic Revival”. President of Sri Lanka H.E. Mr. Gotabaya Rajapaksa was the Chief Guest at the Inaugural Session.
The Finance Minister highlighted the measures taken by India to address the challenges related to pandemic. Talking on the economic take-off for Sri Lanka leveraging on the key policy levers, the Finance Minister in her keynote address said that India’s ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan’ and the vision of ‘Self Reliant Sri Lanka’, are synergistic and complementary and could be used to further consolidate the economic rejuvenation efforts by both countries. She also highlighted that cooperation between India and Sri Lanka would be beneficial for a sustained growth that is so essential for people centric development by both countries.
The Finance Minister highlighted that India has been a strong partner in development cooperation relations with Sri Lanka and expressed readiness to continue meaningful economic cooperation for mutual benefits. She also highlighted the importance of regulatory consistency and policy certainty for industry and private sector.
Ministry of Women and Child Development
Sakhi/One Stop Centres
733 One Stop Centres  have been approved for 730 districts, out of which. 700 have become operational in 35 States/ UTs. As per the Scheme guidelines, the women affected by violence and in distress are provided with a range of integrated services under one roof including police facilitation, medical aid, legal aid and legal counseling, psycho-social counseling and temporary shelter at these centres. The State/UT-wise details of sanctioned and operational OSCs are at Annexure-I. As per scheme guidelines, for smooth functioning of the centres, the responsibility of appointment/ recruitment/ selection of empanelled agencies/ individuals to provide legal counselling/ Medical aid/ psycho-social counselling etc. lies with the district administration of the respective States/ UTs.
This information was given by the Minister of Women and Child Development, Shri Smriti Zubin Irani, in a written reply in the Lok Sabha today.
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
India’s Cumulative COVID-19 Vaccination Coverage exceeds 190 Cr
Over 3.01 Cr 1st dose vaccines administered for age group 12-14 years
India's Active caseload currently stands at 20,303
3,805 new cases reported in the last 24 hours
Recovery Rate currently stands at 98.74%
Weekly Positivity Rate is presently at 0.79%
India’s COVID-19 vaccination coverage has exceeded 190 Cr  as per provisional reports till 7 am today. This has been achieved through 2,35,96,683 sessions.
COVID-19 vaccination for the age group 12-14 years was started on 16 March, 2022. So far, more than 3.01 Cr  adolescents have been administered with the first dose of COVID-19 vaccine. Similarly, the COVID-19 precaution dose administration for age group 18-59 years also started from 10th April, 2022 onwards.
The break-up of the cumulative figure as per the provisional report till 7 am today include:
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Cumulative Vaccine Dose Coverage
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HCWs
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1st Dose
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1,04,05,571
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2nd Dose
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1,00,22,021
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Precaution Dose
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49,03,039
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FLWs
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1st Dose
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1,84,16,489
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2nd Dose
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1,75,49,440
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Precaution Dose
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78,66,824
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Age Group 12-14 years
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1st Dose
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3,01,97,120
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2nd Dose
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93,23,185
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Age Group 15-18 years
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1st Dose
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5,86,78,007
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2nd Dose
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4,30,37,227
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Age Group 18-44 years
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1st Dose
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55,60,39,061
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2nd Dose
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48,09,83,791
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Precaution Dose
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2,48,003
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Age Group 45-59 years
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1st Dose
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20,29,91,311
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2nd Dose
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18,86,56,562
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Precaution Dose
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7,47,262
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Over 60 years
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1st Dose
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12,69,17,937
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2nd Dose
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11,75,56,098
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Precaution Dose
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1,55,56,034
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Precaution Dose
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2,93,21,162
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Total
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1,90,00,94,982
India’s Active Caseload currently stands at 20,303. Active cases now constitute 0.05% of the country's total Positive Cases.
Consequently, India’s recovery rate stands at 98.74%. 3,168 patients have recovered in the last 24 hours and the cumulative tally of recovered patients  is now at 4,25,54,416.
3,805 new cases were reported in the last 24 hours.
The last 24 hours saw a total of 4,87,544 COVID-19 tests being conducted. India has so far conducted over 84.03 Cr  cumulative tests.
Weekly Positivity Rate in the country currently stands at 0.79% and the Daily Positivity rate is also reported to be 0.78%.
Ministry of Labour & Employment
CLC reviews implementation of Labour Laws and new Labour Codes at Zojila Pass and Kargil
Chief Labour Commissioner and DG Labour Bureau Shri DPS Negi reviewed the status of sensitization and implementation of labour laws and labour codes at Zojila Pass and Kargil today. In separate meetings with project officials from BRO and NHIDCL, Shri Negi enquired about the prevailing labour issues at their project sites. He also studies different activities undertaken there.
Shri Negi met the workers at the Zojila Tunnel site, and listened to their grievances. He took note of their problems, working in the far-flung area of the country, Shri Negi explained to them the benefits of GoI schemes, both for the workers in the organised as well as unorganised sector. Shri Negi explained to the officials and contractors about the importance of implementation of labour laws and new labour codes. He elucidated how compliance with new labour codes is a win-win situation for both the employees and the employers.
Shri Negi requested the workers to apply and get their labour cards made, as also to register themselves in the NDUW portal, which the Labour Ministry, Government of India is launching very soon. He made them aware about their rights, and assured them that the Government is always sensitive towards their welfare, safety and security. Shri Negi complimented the workers for serving the country in such harsh conditions, doing yeomen service for the Nation building.He said, the Government is committed for their welfare measures and is also doing whatever is possible he also assured them that all officers and staff will leave no stone unturned for getting them their due rights and highly appreciated and told that their contribution to nation building will always be remembered.
The Chief Labour Commissioner explained to the officials and contractors about the importance of implementation of labour laws and new labour codes. He spoke at length about how compliance with new labour codes is a win-win situation for both the employees and the employers.
Ministry of Finance
Income Tax Department conducts searches in Hyderabad
The Income Tax Department carried out a search and seizure action on 07.01.2021 based on investigation in income tax evasion using bogus sub-contractors/shell entities along with enquiries made relating to entities flagged for providing fake Input Tax credit.
The search was carried out on a prominent civil contractor working in Telangana, generating cash through the use of bogus sub-contracts and bogus billers. The search has been conducted on 19 premises across Hyderabad. The search has also covered a network of individuals running the racket of entry operation and generation of huge cash through fake billing.
Several shell entities/firms were used by the searched entry operators for layering of unaccounted money and cash withdrawals against fake bills issued wherein bogus Input Tax Credit was passed on. Statements of such entry operators, their dummy partners/employees, the cash handlers of the beneficiaries have also been recorded, clearly validating the entire money trail.
The search has led to seizure of evidences of bogus sub-contracts being given through intermediaries operating shell entities. Evidence of the use of this modus to generate huge unaccounted cash was found along with details of the entire network of the entry operators, intermediaries, cash handlers, beneficiaries and the firms and companies involved. Forensic analysis of digital data including pen drive, retrieved mails has given clinching evidences in this regard.
So far, documents evidencing accommodation entries of more than Rs. 160 crore have already been found and seized. The assessee company has also admitted the same in its statement.
Further investigations are in progress.
Ministry of Electronics & IT
MoS Rajeev Chandrasekhar visits international railway station project at Agartala, reviews progress
PM Narendra Modi redefined infrastructure landscape all across India, especially in North-East: MoS Rajeev Chandrasekhar
Union Minister of State for Skill Development & Entrepreneurship and Electronics & IT, Shri Rajeev Chandrasekhar, today visited the International Railway Station at Charipara near Tripura State capital Agartala and reviewed it’s progress.
The project, considered an engineering marvel, will cut travel time from the North-East to Kolkata by half and be an economic corridor for Tripura & North-East and catalyse Economic growth, trade and commerce.
Speaking on the occasion, Shri Rajeev Chandrasekhar said, “Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has redefined the infrastructure landscape all across India, especially in North-East which in turn is enhancing ease of living and economic opportunities for Tripura and the North Eastern Region.”
The Minister arrived in Agartala on Monday on a three-day visit to Tripura, during which he met different sections of people and addressed their concerns. He held a meeting with Shri Sanjoy Chakaraborti, Director, Skill Development and reviewed the skilling efforts being undertaken in the state. The discussion revolved around challenges with regards to market linkages, opportunities for capacity building and initiatives taken for SHGs.
The Minister also interacted with a group of intellectuals and shared with them Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi's vision of a Viksit Bharat and the various initiates taken by his government for the welfare of the people. He also apprised them of how the Govt has worked tirelessly for the development of the North-East.
“Pre-2014, there was no development in the North-East and investors used to stay away from it as there were no roads, railway network or connectivity by air. Today the region is connected like any other in the country. It has made tremendous progress in the nine years of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi's governance and foreign countries are eager to engage with us,” said Shri Rajeev Chandrasekhar.
Among his other engagements, the Minister met Ms Tanuj Saha, National Secretary, Akhil Bhartiya Safai Mazdoor Sangh, who profusely thanked Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi for promoting the dignity of labourers.
The Minister will be returning to Delhi this evening. This is Shri Rajeev Chandrasekhar’s second official visit to Tripura after becoming a Minister in Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s Cabinet. He was here last time in August 2022 and had taken part in a Tiranga rally.
Ministry of Commerce & Industry
Shri Piyush Goyal has called upon the Indian community in Australia to celebrate the International Day of Yoga on 21st June at 75 iconic locations in Australia to mark the 75th Anniversary of India’s Independence
For the first time Australia has committed to provide work opportunity to the students with extended periods of Work Visas, says Shri Goyal
Shri Goyal says the IndAus ECTA pact is a win-win deal for both countries
“We have to take this forward, we have to work together in this spirit of friendship”: Shri Goyal
Union Minister for Commerce and Industry, Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution and Textiles, Shri Piyush Goyal has called upon the Indian community in Australia to celebrate the International Day of Yoga on 21st June at 75 iconic locations in Australia to mark the 75th Anniversary of India’s Independence.
“I’m sure the world will notice the symbolism of this Unity reflected in our celebration of Yoga across the world, beginning from Australia,” said Shri Goyal, addressing the Community Centre Indian Society of Western Australia  in Perth today.
Shri Goyal said India was “very keen” to have Yoga Instructors and Indian chefs come to Australia as part of the India-Australia Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement . For the first time Australia has committed to provide work opportunity to the students with extended periods of Work Visas, he said.
“Our students who come here can add to the pool of talent and skill that Australia seriously needs, our IT professionals can help bring greater degree of technological skills, our STEM graduates can contribute to the economy in Australia in a big way,” he said.
Shri Goyal said the IndAus ECTA pact is a win-win deal for both countries.
“We have to take this forward, we have to work together in this spirit of friendship, we have to expand our two-way engagement, we believe there’s a lot to learn we can learn from Australia,… we also believe we have a lot to offer to Australia, - our Goods and Services are largely labour oriented, we also focused on Manufactured Goods which can help serve the people of Australia, our medicines can bring down the Health costs in Australia,” he said.
Shri Goyal said the main pillar of India-Australia relationship is mutual trust that will benefit both the peoples.
Ministry of Earth Sciences
Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh says, National Centre for Coastal Research , Chennai found more than 50% composition of marine litter was by single use plastics from 2018-2021 at various beaches of India
A National level workshop conducted with participants from various research institutes, stakeholders, and policymakers, industrial and academic experts to prepare a roadmap for formulating the National Marine litter Policy
Union Minister of State  Science & Technology; Minister of State  Earth Sciences; MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr Jitendra Singh said that under the Pan-India coastal monitoring, beach clean-up activities are being undertaken by National Centre for Coastal Research , Chennai at regular intervals at various beaches of India, to assess the marine litter from 2018-2021 and it was found that more than 50% composition was contributed by single use plastics.
In a written reply to a question in the Lok Sabha today, Dr Jitendra Singh said, the Beach litter survey has further revealed that the maximum litter accumulation occurs in the backshore than in the intertidal zone. Moreover, urban beaches have higher accumulation rates than the rural beaches. He said, samples from coastal water, sediment, beach, and biota are analyzed for micro/ meso/ macro plastics pollution. An increase in the abundance of microplastics is observed along the east coast of India, during the monsoon. The stations nearer to the river mouth had higher numbers of microplastic concentrations.
The Minister said, NCCR, an attached office of MoES is undertaking research activities in quantifying litter in the beaches  in the coastal water, sediment, and different biota including commercial fishes, bivalves, and crustacea. Data on the level of micro-plastic pollution was generated for the east coast of India and the west coast is proposed to be assessed shortly. A National level workshop was conducted with the participants from various research institutes, stakeholders, and policymakers, industrial and academic experts to prepare a roadmap for formulating the National Marine litter Policy.
The objectives of the UN Clean Seas programme are- An urgent and concerted action against marine litter and plastic pollution by setting up a National marine litter action plan to quantify the total marine litter footprint in Indian coastal waters and to reduce the flow of plastics into the ocean and Creating awareness to the public on marine litter and plastic pollution.
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Election Commission
Bye Elections to the Karnataka Legislative Council by the members of Legislative Assembly 
There are three casual vacancies in the Karnataka Legislative Council by the Members of Legislative Assembly. The details of the vacancies are as follows:
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Name of Member
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Nature of election
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Cause of vacancy
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Term up to
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Sri Baburao Chinchansur
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By MLAs
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Resignation on
20th March, 2023
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17th June, 2024
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Sri R. Shankar
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By MLAs
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Resignation on
12th April, 2023
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30th June, 2026
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Sri Savadi Lakshman
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By MLAs
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Resignation on
14th April, 2023
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14th June, 2028
2. The Commission has decided to hold three separate bye-elections to the Karnataka Legislative Council by the Members of the Legislative Assembly to fill the above mentioned vacancies as per the following common schedule: -
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S. No.
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Events
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Dates
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Issue of Notification
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13th June, 2023 
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Last Date of making nominations
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20th June, 2023 
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Scrutiny of nominations
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21st June, 2023 
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Last date for withdrawal of candidatures
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23rd June, 2023 
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Date of Poll
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30th June, 2023 
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Hours of Poll
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09:00 am- 04:00 pm
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Counting of Votes
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30th June, 2023  at 05:00 pm
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-
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Date before which election shall be completed
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04th July, 2023 
3. Broad Guidelines of Covid-19 issued by ECI as contained in para 32 of Press Note, dated 29th March, 2023, available at link https://eci.gov.in/files/file/14863-general-election-to-legislative-assembly-of-karnataka-2023/ to be followed, wherever applicable, during entire election process by all persons.
4 .The Chief Secretary, Karnataka is being directed to depute a senior officer from the State to ensure that the extant instructions regarding COVID-19 containment measures are complied with while making arrangements for conduct of these elections.
Ministry of Defence
Dr Ajay Kumar appointed Defence Secretary
Dr Ajay Kumar, a 1985-batch IAS officer of Kerala cadre, has been appointed as Defence Secretary in the Ministry of Defence. The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet  has approved the appointment of Dr Kumar who will replace Shri Sanjay Mitra, a 1982-batch IAS officer of West Bengal cadre, upon the completion of his term.
The ACC has also cleared the appointment of Shri Subhash Chandra, Special Secretary  as Secretary  in place of Dr Kumar. Shri Chandra is a 1986-batch IAS officer of Karnataka cadre.